LEAD ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST - SR. ENGR. TECHNOLOGIST - Production/Test Lead at Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX
About the Job
Who We Are:
Join the Tactical Products Department Signal & Embedded Technologies team, to support implementing system capabilities on mobile platforms for intelligence and surveillance applications.
Objectives of this Role:
- Work with multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians in the execution of complex R&D programs in support of national security.
- Oversight of production and assembly projects; working with engineering and technicians to implement design approaches to meet project requirements.
- Interaction with technical staff and customers; interpretation of project technical and management data.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Collaborate directly with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to develop systems and subsystems electronic hardware.
- Will work in a team environment as well as independently to complete assigned tasks with direct supervision.
- Responsibilities include production/assembly in accordance with engineering drawings and schematics; coordinating technicians in daily assembly/test tasking; work with engineering team to advise on implementation approaches; communicating status with program management.
Requirements:
- Requires a Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology or related degree field or Associates in Electronics Engineering Technology, High School Diploma or equivalent with continued education, certifications and related work experience.
- 6-10 years: Professional level experience in printed wiring board design. Soldering and Cable Crimping certificates preferred.
- 5-10 years: Experience in complex electronics assembly and test; Work knowledge of electronics schematics; Experience in production of military qualified systems and electronics.
- 5-10 years: Leadership skills in relation to leading and mentoring technical staff on production/test activities.
- 25 years of experience is required for those without a Bachelors degree.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.